Mocktail Wiz

Hi, I am Derick and I am your Mocktail Wiz.

I’ve always loved mixing drinks. I took a mixology class and have always mixed drinks for my friends. When I decided to stop drinking, I thought I was going to give up this hobby until I realized that I still can make drinks that are balanced and complex without the alcohol! Making zero-proof or virgin drinks is actually extra challenging. Forcing me to be creative with the ingredients that I use so it is not just merely a mixture of different juices but something that is balanced, something that can actually be thoroughly enjoyed.

I try to make mocktails that are not high in calories. Removing the alcohol already cuts the calories down by a lot but as much as I can, I use fresh juices and sugar substitutes so the drinks can be enjoyed without guilt.

I sometimes use zero-proof spirits and non-alcoholic wines which make mocktails complex and close to the real thing, but I also provide options that are completely alcohol-free.

Regardless of the reason why you’re wanting a mocktail – whether you’re not drinking for good, just cutting back on alcohol, just taking a break, you’re pregnant or nursing, or any other reason, you are welcome here and I hope I can give you some ideas. Just because you don’t drink alcohol doesn’t mean drinks have to be boring!

Cheers!